Horticulture Business Career

Horticulture is the art, science and technology used to produce fruits, nuts, vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs and turfgrass for food and beautification of the environment. The program addresses these various aspects of the profession through courses which provide theoretical knowledge and technical skills including special problem research opportunities. You will also participate in an internship to obtain further practical experience. Each option can prepare you for immediate employment or graduate study. Printable Brochure

Where do you see yourself?

Arboretum Manager

Arborist

Athletic Field Manager

Botanic Garden Manager/Director

Business Sales Representative

Extension Specialist

Floral Crop Grower/Marketer

Floriculturist

Fruit & Vegetable Production Manager

Garden Center Manager

Golf Course Superintendent

Greenhouse Manager

Horticultural Therapist

Nursery Manager

Park Horticulturist/Director

Plant Breeder

Plant Inspector

Plant Propagator

Private Firm Owner

Nursery Sales Representative

Nursery Inspector

Research Director/Development

Sod Farm Manager

Turf Specialist

Urban Forester

Urban Horticulturist

We Have a place for you!

Horticultural BusinessPrepares you for entry into a horticultural business enterprise with a choice between three built-in minors: Agricultural Economics, Entrepreneurship or General Business.

Horticultural ScienceLearn both the "why" and "how" of horticultural science, including topics such as genetics, plant physiology and plant growth and development.

Public HorticultureEmphasizes the design, installation and management of horticultural plantings and organization management for public spaces such as arboreta, botanical gardens and zoos. A second specialization focuses on urban horticulture.

Turf ManagementProvides the training for production and management of turfgrass on golf courses, parks, athletic fields, home landscapes, airports and along highways with opportunities to minor in Soil Sciences or Pest Management.